Bordered by landscaped gardens, Cockatoo Island’s holiday houses and apartments combine authentic heritage character with modern amenities and harbour views. Meanwhile, our waterfront campground is an opportunity to unwind in a spectacular outdoor setting and watch the sun set and rise on Sydney Harbour.
Our Paint Sip and Stay experience invites you to unleash your creativity whilst relaxing with a glass of wine and Sydney’s most beautiful harbour view. Bring your canvas creativity to life under the guidance of our artistic facilitator (T&Cs apply).
Join our super fun kids’ art party where you get to be a superstar artist. Paint your own masterpiece on a cool canvas while you enjoy fruit, sweet treats and a fruit drink. Our artistic facilitator will guide you with fun tips and tricks to help bring your masterpiece to life (T&Cs apply).
Enhance your Cockatoo Island stay with a waterfront lunch at Deckhouse, located just across the water at Woolwich Dock and Parklands. Enjoy a welcome cocktail and indulgent 3-course meal while taking in stunning harbour views. With return boat transfers included, this experience offers the perfect blend of island escape, fine dining and Sydney waterfront charm (T&Cs apply).
Elevate your stay with our exclusive add-on experience with a convenient 5-minute boat transfer to Birkenhead Point and the fabulous Birkenhead Point Outlet Centre where you can indulge in day of shopping deals and steals (T&Cs apply).
Operating from 9am until 1pm, the Le Marché French market is an opportunity to discover an impressive selection of gourmet French food and artisanal crafts. Leave your luggage with us and complete your Cockatoo Island experience with a return boat trip to the market, where you can enjoy a relaxed morning by the harbour (T&Cs apply).
Journey through Cockatoo Island’s layered history at your own pace with our 3 new immersive audio tours. As you explore historic spaces and discover iconic landmarks, you’ll hear the stories of those who once lived, worked or were imprisoned here (T&Cs apply).
As you lead your group in fun team building exercises and challenges, they’ll forge new friendships and strengthen old ones. Plus, free and paid activities are available to enrich your group’s stay.
The ballot to hire a house or apartment is now open. Be quick – it closes 2pm AEST on Wednesday 16 September. Camping packages go on sale Tuesday 22 September!
Some of these events may enhance your visit, while others may impact the experience depending on your preferences. Please also be aware of the following disruption:
Access to Eastern Apron and Industrial Precinct (23 September to 7 October): Due to major events taking place on Cockatoo Island, there will be limited access to the Eastern Apron and no access to the Industrial Precinct from 23 September to 7 October to allow for the set-up and pack-up of these events.
DJ Heartstring (26 September): This ticketed live music event will run from 4:00pm to 10:00pm on Saturday 26 September. During this period, there will be amplified noise. Find out more here.
MODE Festival (4 October): This ticketed live music, dance and visual arts event will run from 12:30pm to 11:00pm om Sunday 4 October. During this period, there will be amplified noise. Find out more here. To allow for set-up and pack-up of this event there will be limited access to the Eastern Apron and no access to the Industrial Precinct from 29 September to 7 October. Furthermore, there will be no access to Camber Wharf on 4 October.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands, waters and sky of Sydney Harbour. Wareamah connects to the waterways and homelands of the Wallumedegal, Wangal, Cammeraygal and Gadigal peoples. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
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